Judge rules extreme prison heat in Texas unconstitutional
A federal judge in Austin ruled that extreme heat in Texas prisons is plainly unconstitutional but refused to order immediate installation of air conditioning. The decision allows the lawsuit led by Bernie Tiede and prisoner advocates to proceed to trial, with the judge citing the high cost and time required for permanent cooling and noting potential relief at trial.
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Timber push draws praise and alarm from foresters
In Silver City on March 1 President Trump issued an executive order to expand domestic timber production by streamlining permitting and rolling back regulations. Critics warn of long term harm to public lands, wildlife habitat, and fire risks while industry groups see potential to revive struggling mills and regional economies.
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